Best 2 Pumpkin Spinach Toddler Muffins Recipes

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Pumpkin spinach toddler muffins are a delicious and nutritious snack for toddlers that can also be enjoyed by the whole family. They are packed with the goodness of pumpkin and spinach, and are a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables into your toddler's diet. These muffins are soft, moist, and have a slightly sweet taste that toddlers will love. They are also a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree and spinach, and can be made in just a few simple steps.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN SPINACH TODDLER MUFFINS



Pumpkin Spinach Toddler Muffins image

These sanity-saving, healthy toddler muffins are packed full of veggies and other goodness, but still taste good enough to snack on yourself! Perfect for a starter finger food, or a self-contained meal for the more independent eater.

Provided by AmyGail

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Pumpkin Bread Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups canned pumpkin
3 eggs
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup maple syrup
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup rolled oats
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 muffin tins or line with paper liners.
  • Combine pumpkin, eggs, olive oil, and maple syrup together in a large bowl; mix thoroughly.
  • Combine flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl. Stir into egg mixture. Add spinach and stir until evenly dispersed in the batter.
  • Spoon batter into the prepared muffin tins, filling the cups 2/3 full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from the tins. Let cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 134 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

PUMPKIN SPINACH TODDLER MUFFINS



Pumpkin Spinach Toddler Muffins image

These sanity-saving, healthy toddler muffins are packed full of veggies and other goodness, but still taste good enough to snack on yourself! Perfect for a starter finger food, or a self-contained meal for the more independent eater.

Provided by AmyGail

Categories     Pumpkin Bread

Time 1h5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups canned pumpkin
3 eggs
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup maple syrup
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup rolled oats
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 muffin tins or line with paper liners.
  • Combine pumpkin, eggs, olive oil, and maple syrup together in a large bowl; mix thoroughly.
  • Combine flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl. Stir into egg mixture. Add spinach and stir until evenly dispersed in the batter.
  • Spoon batter into the prepared muffin tins, filling the cups 2/3 full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from the tins. Let cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 134 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

  • Use a food processor to quickly and easily puree the pumpkin and spinach.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can grate the pumpkin and finely chop the spinach.
  • Be sure to drain the excess moisture from the pumpkin and spinach before adding them to the muffin batter.
  • If you want to make the muffins dairy-free, you can use almond milk or soy milk instead of regular milk.
  • You can also add a variety of other ingredients to the muffins, such as raisins, chopped nuts, or chocolate chips.

Conclusion:

Pumpkin spinach toddler muffins are a healthy and delicious snack or breakfast option for your little ones. They're packed with nutrients and are a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. Plus, they're easy to make and can be stored in the freezer for later.

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